2015 Ram 1500 Rebel Is for Those of Us with a “Rebel Inside”
Today marks day two of the dramatic product reveals at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, and among the hottest reveals so far is the all-new 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel, which Bob Hegbloom, the new president and CEO of Ram, says is for all of us with a “rebel inside.” (And no, […]
Scion Swag Machine to Woo Young Folks at NAIAS
Scion really wants young drivers to think of it as their brand of choice. Toyota’s smaller sibling is all about making cars that younger generations will see as cool, hip, or whatever word the kids are using to describe neat things these days. In order to help draw young’uns to its exhibit at this year’s […]
Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept: A 200-Mile, $30K Dynamo
So we’ll dispense with the obvious: the Chevrolet Bolt EV Concept looks like what would happen if the BMW i3 and Honda Fit EV met at an old Irish pub, had five or six mojitos, and fell sloppily into one another’s arms for a tawdry tryst that led to an unexpected but beloved offspring. It’s […]
BMW’s Connected Technology Highlights at CES 2015
While few automakers are making a splash at this year’s International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, BMW has fully embraced the opportunity to show its cutting-edge automotive innovations. BMW’s connected technology on display at the 2015 CES proves the automaker is still at the forefront of digital integration. BMW’s Connected Technology at CES […]
Hyundai Tosses In-Car CD Players out the Window
If you’ve heard about Hyundai’s new Display Audio system–a hi-res seven-inch touch screen being featured at the Consumer Electronics Show–you probably already know about its integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You probably know all about what it has, but here’s something it doesn’t have: an embedded compact disc player. While the loss of […]
2015 Sentra Pricing Announced in Time for New Year’s Eve Rollout
If you’ve been patiently waiting for your opportunity to buy a brand-new 2015 Nissan Sentra and thinking man, they’re not going to release this thing until it’s actually 2015, are they, then today is your lucky day. Nissan has announced 2015 Sentra pricing as it begins its nationwide rollout on New Year’s Eve, giving those […]
Romance IS Alive! Girl Takes Cab from Arkansas to Florida to See Boy
Today’s news is full of awful stories about shootings, terrorism, and people generally being turd buckets, so it’s heartwarming to discover a news story that demonstrates that humanity is still more than capable of love. Unfortunately, this is not that story. Sure, it features some love, but also a ballsy 11-year-old who makes us fear […]
2015 Chevy Cruze Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy Cruze? Quite a lot, actually! For 2015, the Cruze received a design tweak on its front end to bring it more in-line with other Chevy models. Additionally, Chevy is adding 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity via OnStar, which will allow passengers to stay connected while on-the-go. Additionally, the 2015 […]
Ford Announces Improved SYNC 3 Infotainment
Ford has revealed SYNC 3, the next incarnation of its in-vehicle infotainment system that seeks to improve upon the outgoing system based on customer feedback. “Ford is delivering an easier way for customers to stay connected,” said Raj Nair, Ford chief technical officer and group vice president, Global Product Development. “SYNC 3 is another step […]
BMW Christmas Gifts Are Perfect for Owners or Posers
You don’t have to own a BMW to be a fan of the brand. The same luxury and quality craftsmanship is present in the automaker’s non-vehicle products–at least that’s how the German brand sells its line of Original BMW Accessories. Whether you’re looking for items with the BMW logo or the Motorsport racing logo on it, […]
[VIDEO] Mogees Creates an Automotive Musical Instrument Using Mazda3
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If you’ve grown up around a musician, especially a percussionist, you’re familiar with how incessantly they drum their thumbs and palms on every nearby surface, just to share rhythms in their heads with the world (and anyone else sitting nearby). You’ve probably even done it yourself, tapping out a rhythm on your steering wheel. What […]
That Video of a Magician Getting Out of a Speeding Ticket is Probably Fake
You’ve probably been in a situation before where there are red and blue lights whipping around in your rear-view mirror and you’re sitting in the driver’s seat biting your nails and thinking “okay, I’m pretty sure I can talk my way out of a speeding ticket if I’m smooth enough.” Apparently, if you’re Steven Brundage and you’re […]
Is It Possible Repairing or Modifying Cars Violates Copyright?
We’ve all been warned modifying your car could void its warranty. Those of us who repair our own vehicle or enjoy altering it have had to accept that risk. But the consequences may actually be worse than that. There may be legal ramifications. A privacy group and nonprofit watchdog, Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), is now cautioning […]
Why White Is the Most Popular Car Color & What That Says About Us
Despite how many flashy color options appear for new car models each year, the longstanding and unobtrusive neutral tones (or, as many see them, boring) remain on top. That’s what paint and coatings company PPG Industries reported in its annual study on the most popular car colors. This year’s trend: an overwhelming 28% of all new cars sold […]
Do People Really Give Cars as Christmas Presents?
During the holidays, car commercial after car commercial shows a person leading someone outside—a child, a parent, a spouse—and showing off a brand spankin’ new car, with a big, shiny red bow on top. As much as we all might yearn for this scenario, it struck a few of us at The News Wheel as […]
Nationwide Honda Airbag Recall Announced at Congressional Hearing
While Japanese airbag manufacturing company Takata continues to defy the NHTSA’s mandated nationwide recall, instead insisting that recalls are only needed in high-humidity areas where the climate makes their defective driver-side airbags more likely to explode, Honda has taken it upon itself to fix the issue. Speaking before the US House Committee on Energy and […]
Corridor Digital’s Remote Control Car Epic Brings Childhood to Life
Forget that special last night on television; if you want to see a real toy story, check out Corridor Digital’s latest masterpiece, “MiniDrones Blew Up My Toys!” The epic short film features all the suspense, pathos, and excitement of a summer blockbuster–only using remote control (RC) cars! Though the final product doesn’t have the same budget […]
Dealership Putting Drivers on Waiting List for Buick Grand National, GNX
Is GM resurrecting the Buick Grand National or the GNX? Depends on whom you ask. If you ask Buick, you’ll get nothing but silence (which we assume is either a firm “No, leave us alone,” or an “Oh my gosh, please stop asking, you’re going to ruin the big reveal”). But if you ask a […]